Prevalence of depressive symptoms and knowledge, attitude, and practice among adolescents in Chengdu, China: a cross-sectional study.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Adolescent depression has emerged as a significant public health concern globally, including in China, and grasping a better understanding of adolescents' views on depression could help design more adapted policies. This study aims to assess the prevalence of depressive symptoms among adolescents and examine their knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) related to depression.

Methods

A cross-sectional survey was conducted between September 23, 2024, and December 3, 2024, in primary and middle schools in Shuangliu District, Chengdu. Data were collected through self-administered questionnaires, which included demographic information, assessments of KAP regarding depression, and the Self-Rating Depression Scale (SDS). The possible attitude and practice scores ranged

SUBMITTER: Jiang X 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12575669 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature